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Chandrima Sanyal

How Much Do You Need to Earn to be a Part of the 1%?

A seven-figure income is not needed to enter the top 1% earners category in the United States. Here we discuss ways to boost income and reach this elite group.

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Devyani Chamria

Social Security Taxes: A Safety Net Taking 6.2% of Your Pay

Social Security tax is an inescapable tax that comes out of your paycheck, but is it enough to fund the benefits given under the Social Security program?

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Sandip Chakraborty

How do Interest Rate Hikes & Cuts Impact Consumers?

The Fed's decision to change short-term interest rates usually impacts consumers' spending habits in a number of ways depending on various economic factors.

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Rajashree Bhattacharyya

Why You Shouldn't Consider Your Tax Refund as 'Free Money'

A tax refund is the amount given back to you when the tax you paid exceeds your total tax liability, which suggests that tax refunds are not free.

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Rimmi Singhi

The Ultimate Checklist for a Relaxing Retired Life

Be financially secure and in the right frame of mind to ensure leisure and happiness in your golden years.

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Madeleine Johnson

First-Time Home Buying Tips: Personal Finance 101

Buying a home for the first time is a huge deal, and there's a lot of information you have to sift through. Check out the latest Personal Finance 101 video for what you need to know.

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Zacks Research Staff

The Market Timing Secrets No One Talks About

Investors are always trying to time the markets but often fail. You can learn a few strategies to time the markets below.

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Zacks Research Staff

Investing Secrets to Retire Early

Achieving the financial freedom to retire early is a dream for many. And making that dream a reality isn???t as impossible as it sounds. The secret is simple: Save a lot more each month. Sounds easy, right? Not so fast.

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Rajashree Bhattacharyya

Will the New Tax Law Affect Retirees?

The new federal tax legislation opens up a few options for retirees, among which the reduction in standard deduction holds utmost significance.

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Rimmi Singhi

Contemplating Retiring Overseas? Consider this Primer First

If you are up for some life-altering experiences post retirement, you need to understand the financial aspects and shortlist your preferred destinations accordingly.

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